Alvarez Yairi DC-1 Reviews

I bought this on E-BAY 3/03 for $750. with OHSC. I used to have a DY76, but had to sell it 15 years ago. I wanted something similar but better.

This is a superb 12. I have played 12's for 30 years...all the brands, and I went back to Yari, was able get a great deal. The on board Fishman Martix Plus is perfect. The guitar looks like the Martin D-35,sounds better, and has none of the problems. The action is low but still great for slide. The neck is 12 clear of the body, and it is a slope shoulder large, deeper in the lower bout bell dreadnought.this guitar has infinite sustain.Mop logo,snowflake and other markers. built for David Crosby, production 97-98. Bck then sold for $1599., and sold well!Spuce top. laminated brazillian rose wood back and sides(the only drawback)Mahogany neck, straight as an arrow.rosewood veneer on the headstock...classy! unplugged or plugged, this is the best 12 I have ever played. Live well and you get lucky.

Only the laminated back and sides, and a little spur on the second fret when I use my thumb on the base. The battery needs to be taken out after use to not let it run down fast...no big deal...thats about it.

This is a superb example of Kazou Yari's fine work...He is a master of sound,wood taste, and feel. Anybody who has owned a Yari will Know what I mean

I have five guitars of differnt styles and brands...I would buy another Yari.If I had the money. You can get them for a quarter of what Martins cost...and have fewer headaches, they sound and look better than Taylors.They don't make them anymore, and if someone is willing to sell one...buy it fast!